About Veterinary Care in Barnet
Barnet has 26 veterinary clinics, giving pet owners broad choice backed by a strong average Google rating of 4.5/5 across 5,827 reviews. A notable feature of vets in Barnet is the mix of companion-animal and exotic-pet care, alongside plenty of late-opening clinics for owners who need more flexible appointment times.
Top 3 clinics (current town ranking table)
| Clinic | Our Score | Verified | Published prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creature Comforts Barnet | 67/100 | — | 29 |
| Medivet Temple Fortune | 66/100 | — | 16 |
| Two by Two Veterinary Centre | 64/100 | — | 47 |
For most pet owners, Barnet looks like a genuinely strong town for veterinary choice rather than a place where you have to take whatever is available. The combination of broad coverage and deep review volume suggests a market with enough competition for clinics to differentiate on convenience, communication and areas of interest, while still maintaining a solid overall quality level. The companion-plus-exotics mix is especially useful if your household includes more than a dog or cat, because it raises the odds of finding appropriate experience without immediately looking outside Barnet.
Trust signals in Barnet need a bit of interpretation. Verified listings are rare, so that badge is not a very helpful separator here and should not be treated as a quality mark in any case. Pricing, by contrast, is much easier to compare than in many towns: a healthy share of clinics publish fees, and the most visible options are notably transparent. The catch is that those easy-to-compare clinics tend to sit well above average on published pricing, so transparency does not automatically mean value. Access is fairly practical too, with a decent spread of weekend opening, lots of evening availability and a small but real emergency presence.
The best way to choose in Barnet is to shortlist by the kind of care you actually expect to need over the next year, not just by star rating. If you mainly want routine check-ups and vaccinations, compare consultation structure, opening times and how easy it is to get a same-week appointment. If you have an older pet, a long-term condition or an exotic species, ask more directly about continuity with the same vet, monitoring plans, diagnostic equipment and referral arrangements. Where prices are published, use them to sense-check affordability, then confirm what is and is not included before booking.
Barnet’s strongest advantage may be that you do not have to accept a single trade-off. There are enough clinics for many owners to balance convenience, visible pricing and specialist fit rather than picking only one. The main thing to plan ahead for is urgent care: emergency options exist, but they are limited compared with the overall number of clinics, so it is worth knowing in advance which practice you would call at night or on a difficult weekend.
Best Rated Veterinary Clinics in Barnet, Greater London
Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews
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Creature Comforts Barnet is a veterinary clinic in Barnet with a strong focus on making visits calm and low-stress for pets and owners. Recent feedback highlights quick access for urgent problems, including same-day emergency appointments and rapid surgery when needed, alongside a clean, welcoming environment with treats, toys, and refreshments. Pets that are usually nervous at the vet are often described as settling well here.
Medivet Temple Fortune is part of the Medivet group. The clinic offers a broad range of first-opinion care, diagnostics and procedures, including imaging, endoscopy and minimally invasive “keyhole surgery”, and it is listed as an ISFM cat-friendly clinic. Recent feedback is largely very positive, often highlighting a kind, efficient team, easy appointments, and quick help with time-sensitive requests such as pet travel paperwork and medication.
Two by Two Veterinary Centre is an independent veterinary practice founded in 2017. It offers general practice care for small animals, reptiles and birds, covering routine preventive care as well as medical problems that need prompt attention. The clinic also lists pet travel support and emergency care services.
Companion Care (Friern Barnet) Ltd trades as Vets4Pets in Barnet. The practice offers routine care alongside in-house diagnostics and surgery, with website-listed facilities including an in-house laboratory, operating theatre, hospital ward, and isolation unit, and care for dogs, cats, rabbits, and other small mammals. Recent reviews show a mixed picture: many owners describe kind, attentive treatment, while some raise concerns about communication, record-keeping, punctuality, and access in urgent situations.
Medivet Kingsbury is a Medivet practice in Barnet, Greater London, treating cats, dogs and rabbits. Website information highlights routine veterinary care alongside diagnostics, including vaccinations, parasite care, neutering, microchipping, dentistry, nurse clinics, home visits, Animal Health Certificates, X-rays and an in-house laboratory. Out-of-hours care is provided by a Medivet 24-hour practice, with phone assessment stated as free of charge.
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Creature Comforts Barnet is a veterinary clinic in Barnet with a strong focus on making visits calm and low-stress for pets and owners. Recent feedback highlights quick access for urgent problems, including same-day emergency appointments and rapid surgery when needed, alongside a clean, welcoming environment with treats, toys, and refreshments. Pets that are usually nervous at the vet are often described as settling well here.
Medivet Temple Fortune is part of the Medivet group. The clinic offers a broad range of first-opinion care, diagnostics and procedures, including imaging, endoscopy and minimally invasive “keyhole surgery”, and it is listed as an ISFM cat-friendly clinic. Recent feedback is largely very positive, often highlighting a kind, efficient team, easy appointments, and quick help with time-sensitive requests such as pet travel paperwork and medication.
Two by Two Veterinary Centre is an independent veterinary practice founded in 2017. It offers general practice care for small animals, reptiles and birds, covering routine preventive care as well as medical problems that need prompt attention. The clinic also lists pet travel support and emergency care services.
Companion Care (Friern Barnet) Ltd trades as Vets4Pets in Barnet. The practice offers routine care alongside in-house diagnostics and surgery, with website-listed facilities including an in-house laboratory, operating theatre, hospital ward, and isolation unit, and care for dogs, cats, rabbits, and other small mammals. Recent reviews show a mixed picture: many owners describe kind, attentive treatment, while some raise concerns about communication, record-keeping, punctuality, and access in urgent situations.
Medivet Kingsbury is a Medivet practice in Barnet, Greater London, treating cats, dogs and rabbits. Website information highlights routine veterinary care alongside diagnostics, including vaccinations, parasite care, neutering, microchipping, dentistry, nurse clinics, home visits, Animal Health Certificates, X-rays and an in-house laboratory. Out-of-hours care is provided by a Medivet 24-hour practice, with phone assessment stated as free of charge.
Medivet Hampstead Garden Suburb is part of the Medivet group and offers first-opinion veterinary care for cats, dogs and rabbits in Barnet. The clinic’s established services include routine consultations, diagnostics, nursing support, home visits and pet travel documentation, with out-of-hours care handled through Medivet 24 Hour Hendon. Recent feedback continues to highlight a calm, caring team, especially during emergencies and difficult end-of-life decisions.
Medivet Cockfosters is part of the Medivet group and offers general first-opinion care for dogs, cats, rabbits and small mammals. Routine appointments are advertised as 15 minutes, with on-site X-ray, an in-house laboratory, nurse clinics and home visits. Out-of-hours care is routed to Medivet 24 Hour Enfield, where the stated out-of-hours consultation fee is £130.
The Finchley Vet is an independent Barnet practice for small animal companions, with a well-equipped clinic and Veterinary Nurse Training listed in its clinic information. It offers routine care such as vaccinations and regular treatments, alongside dental treatment and major surgery. Recent feedback is largely very positive, with owners often highlighting friendly, patient consultations, clear explanations, and frequent updates during treatment, although one detailed negative review raises concerns about overly aggressive recommendations and feeling unwelcome.
Medivet Mill Hill is part of the Medivet group and provides general veterinary care for cats, dogs, rabbits and other small mammals. Services and facilities include in-house lab support, X-rays, dentistry and nurse clinics, and the practice is listed as an ISFM cat-friendly clinic. Recent feedback is mixed: some clients praise the friendliness, care and fees, while others report problems with reception, plan-related charges and refunds.
East Barnet Veterinary Practice Ltd appears set up for both routine care and urgent treatment, with recent reviews describing prompt help for acute problems as well as planned follow-up care. Owners mention treatment for cats, dogs, rabbits and at least one exotic pet, alongside procedures such as spays and dental work. Recent feedback is mostly very positive about kindness, patience and clear explanations, though there are still some complaints about receptionist manner and one named vet.
Village Vet Garden Suburb in Barnet is part of the Linnaeus group. The practice offers routine veterinary care as well as support in urgent and end-of-life situations, with recent feedback consistently highlighting a caring, friendly team and strong continuity with vet Danny Parry. Reviews also mention a monthly care plan that covers consultations and vaccinations.
Triage Vets describes itself as an independent veterinary clinic in Barnet. Its website presents it as a practice offering routine primary care alongside in-house diagnostics, including digital X-ray, ultrasound, and an on-site laboratory. Recent reviews continue to highlight tailored consultations, clear explanations, and follow-up by phone and email.
Snoots North London is a Barnet vet practice offering routine primary care, diagnostics, dental work and minor procedures for pets, with a primary-care membership model alongside standard appointments. Recent feedback is very positive about the team’s calm handling, clear explanations and aftercare, especially for dental treatment and anxious animals. The main recurring frustration is administrative coordination, with some reports of short-notice cancellations and difficulty getting near-term appointments.
Vets Now Barnet is part of the Vets Now network within IVC Evidensia, focusing on out-of-hours emergency care for small animals and also offering video consultations. Recent feedback describes prompt handling of urgent cases, overnight monitoring after surgery, and regular updates during treatment. Reviews are largely positive about the team’s kindness and professionalism, though some owners feel emergency fees are high.
Aylmer Parade Vet is a local veterinary practice in Barnet offering routine consultations alongside diagnostic and pet travel support. Website information highlights services including Animal Health Certificates, in-house laboratory testing, and X-ray imaging. Recent reviews describe calm, knowledgeable care from Josh, with friendly and efficient support from the wider team.
Hendon Vets 4 Pets Ltd is part of the Vets4Pets group. The practice is equipped for on-site diagnostics and surgery, with facilities including digital X-ray, ultrasound, ECG, an in-house lab, an operating theatre, a hospital ward and an isolation unit. Recent reviews remain mixed overall: many owners praise prompt treatment, surgery and caring staff, while a smaller number report poor communication, lack of empathy and dissatisfaction with diagnosis or cost.
Holders Hill Veterinary Surgery in Barnet has a strong 4.7-star Google rating, and recent feedback often highlights clear explanations, helpful advice, and long-term loyalty from clients. Reviews mention care for kittens, puppies, and dogs, with specific praise for Lyndsay and Nathan. There is also a sharp negative review describing a failed cat nail-trim attempt, sedatives sold for a return visit, and a dispute over whether microchipping had been carried out.
Wellpet Veterinary Practice Ltd in Edgware provides veterinary care for cats and dogs, and is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. No corporate group affiliation is stated. Reviews continue to paint a largely positive picture of kind, caring service and clear communication, though a small number describe a poor front-desk interaction around cancelling a monthly pet plan and one rushed consultation after a wait.
Vets4Pets Whetstone is a corporate Vets4Pets practice in Barnet, Greater London. Recent feedback is mixed but leans positive: several owners praise thorough consultations, kind staff, short waits and a low-pressure approach, with Shweta repeatedly mentioned for taking time to investigate problems carefully. A smaller number of recent reviews raise concerns about hygiene, cost transparency and how complaints were handled.
Hendon PDSA Pet Hospital in Barnet is part of PDSA, a national pet charity. It focuses on providing free and low-cost veterinary care for pets in need. Recent feedback points to a generally helpful, supportive team, alongside some reports of long waits and occasional poor front-desk experiences.
Gerard Brito is a veterinary clinic in Barnet, Greater London. The available detail points mainly to cat care, with long-term clients highlighting continuity of care, a measured approach that avoids unnecessary treatment, and strong support during difficult end-of-life situations.
The Vet Whetstone is a veterinary practice in Barnet that also operates as a veterinary nurse training facility. It is used for routine care such as health checks, vaccinations and nail trims, and owners also mention ongoing support for longer-term issues including feline diabetes and care for older pets. Recent feedback is mixed: some clients praise a friendly, helpful team and steady support over time, while others report rushed appointments, unclear follow-up communication, and concerns about handling and charges.
Cockfosters Veterinary Surgery is part of IVC Evidensia and offers routine pet care alongside procedures such as spaying and treatment for eye conditions. The practice also promotes a Pet Health Club® Plus plan that includes consultations. Recent feedback focuses on clear explanations, patient handling of nervous pets, and a friendly, reassuring experience for owners.
North London Veterinary Clinic presents itself as an independent practice in Barnet offering 24-hour emergency healthcare for pets. The clinic website lists both routine and more advanced care for cats, dogs and rabbits, including advanced dentistry, orthopedic surgery, advanced diagnostics, vaccinations, travel paperwork and help with insurance claims. Recent feedback is mixed: several owners praise experienced, calm handling and urgent help, while a cluster of recent reviews reports serious problems reaching the clinic by phone.
Medivet 24 Hour Hendon is part of the Medivet group and offers 24-hour emergency care alongside routine treatment and advanced diagnostics including CT, MRI, endoscopy and in-house laboratory testing. The clinic lists facilities such as separate cat and dog areas, an orthopaedic theatre, and ISFM cat-friendly clinic status, and is led by Veterinary Surgeon Sarah Furminger. Recent feedback is mixed but leans negative, with repeated concerns about communication, administration and some clinical handling, alongside occasional praise for helpful service.
Mandeville Veterinary Services (Goddard) in Edgware is part of VetPartners. The practice offers routine pet care including vaccinations, parasite treatment, microchipping and nurse health checks, as well as a free new pet health check, pre-operative consultations and a preventative healthcare plan. Emergency cover is supported through the wider group’s three emergency hospitals.
